CAN
Guangzhou
China
12,216 km
7,591 miles
GMZ
Alajero
Spain
Distance
12,216 km
7,591 mi / 6,596 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
314°
northwest

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CAN GMZ
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport La Gomera Airport
IATA Code CAN GMZ
ICAO Code ZGGG GCGM
City Guangzhou Alajero
Country China Spain
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Atlantic/Canary
Elevation 50 ft 716 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 28.030000, -17.210000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Alajero (GMZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to La Gomera Airport (GMZ) in Alajero, Spain is 12,216 kilometers (7,591 miles / 6,596 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting China with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:01 in Guangzhou, it's 08:01 in Alajero. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Alajero (GMZ) to Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 48° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and La Gomera Airport (GMZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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